1992 BMW 540 vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Magnett would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 581 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 540 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
